do the instructions come with frustration free packaging?
24316
I had no problems with the instructions. I was getting this for my granddaughter for Christmas and wanted it to work right away, so I unpacked it, put the batteries in, repacked it without any difficulties. She was afraid of it at first(she was 21/2yr at the time) but her sister took to it right away(she was 4). After big sis played with it for a while the little one started playing with it. Both of them loved it. The packing and instructions were easy to deal with and follow. I would recommend this for a 3 or older child. Sandra V.
1120645
Webwizardry, I wondered, too, so I Googled it and discovered that in the months since you posted your question, additional online info explaining this kind of packaging has appeared. Turns out that Frustration Free Packaging is an Amazon.com invention that replaces the original packaging with a simple carton. Pros: Less fiddly. Cons: (1) Buyers lose the original artwork, etc. of the original packaging. (2) Buyers take the risk of pieces, instructions, or other items that were sealed in the original packaging getting lost in transit, as it were, during the move from the original packaging to Frustration Free Packaging. For more info -- and a side-by-side comparison -- check out Amazon's YouTube video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fXcoM1W5kJ4. (While you view, also check out the comments, which include contributions from Amazon customers who've tried both Frustration Free Packaging and standard packaging.) From what I saw at YouTube, Frustration Free Packaging might really come in handy if one is ordering an item for, say, an elderly relative, or someone who has physical or cognitive challenges or is just plain super-strapped for time. For my own part, however, I'd rather spend extra time unwrapping something than risk having the item I ordered arrive with pieces missing. This is doubly true in the case of an item that is made in China, as the "Pandemic Board Game" is. As thousands of Amazon.com reviews indicate, many of us have learned the hard way that items manufactured in China quite often ship with promised components -- e.g. batteries, essential screws, assembly wrenches, instruction sheets, etc. -- missing; I personally see no need to tempt fate by enabling a packaging transfer that offers an additional opportunity for things to go missing! At any rate, Webwizardry, I know that I'm posting this answer long after you posted your question, but I hope that the game shopping that you were doing when you posted your question last year went well. : )
690678
Frustration-Free packaging comes with everything except the annoying packaging, everything is already pre-cluttered. you still get the essentials like the cable and manuals with non of the hassle of excess plastic bags you usually get in packages.
1214802
Since I ordered "standard" packaging, I can't comment on the "frustration free", but I had absolutely no frustration with the standard packaging. I used a knife, but even without a knife I'm sure I wouldn't have had any difficulty. There were no foam peanuts or anything else that might require great recycling lengths.
1095804
No. Its suppose to come with both hardware and instructions. Did your box come damaged, might of slipped out. Just call sauder, they probably will just send you hardware and instructions
1430601
Yes, there is no written instructions, only pictures. I sorted all the pieces and followed the pictures. Everything you need is in the package, even the allen wrench.
100143
Frustration free means it comes in a smaller box and you have to put all the pieces together. It's pretty easy with this toy. They snap together quite easily. Standard packaging is the traditional kind in the store where the toy is all assembled and you have to have scissors to cut all the ties on the packaging to get the toy out. There is a lot of throw-away with this type of packaging. Hope this helps.
255214
No, I did not receive any instructions when I received my order. Hope this helps.
560347
No and it takes a while, maybe 2 - 3 hours but the instructions are very good and everything fits together perfectly.
1946814
Yes, instructions are included. One booklet for each of the three characters.
2204460
mine came with instructions----- mine came with instructions-- you may have to call the company you purchased them from and have them send you a copy of the instructions-you do need these--some companies don't furnish them so you have to check the package contents to see if the instructions come with it.
87326
The standard packaging is the same thing you would find in the store. Frustration free packaging is where you can open everything up without needing a grenade, large hunting knife or nuclear explosive device. For some items, it is certainly worth it especially for things bound in blister packs which are either sealed with heat or crimped on the outside. For this item, I have not seen the normal packaging but the frustration free was super easy.
2004498
Nope... and they don't come with instructions. They are good though and they are affordable.
19570
Yes, there are some instructions that come with it but not as clear as they might be. Still, i didn't have many problems following the graphics and a bit of trial and error. Believe me, I'm always skeptical of something I have to assemble. This wasn't all that bad.
1261490
yes. I ordered 2 on separate occasions. both arrived in retail (not frustration free!) packaging. oddly, one included the little plastic storage case, the other did not.
109598
Yes, but its not complicated, took me only 10 minutes and thats WITHOUT reading the instructions first!!
1580467
Mine came with an instruction pamphlet. If there wasn't one in the packaging, I'm sure the company would provide it to you via email.